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Re: The phrase "period"

I sometimes come across people use the phrase "period" in their writing (forum comments, etc...)

Here's an example: "...And I was not disappointed, period."

May I know what does it mean there?

Thanks for reading.

It means 'full stop' as in '.'
Generally, it's a way of saying that everything that needs to be said has been said.
It's often (usually?) used in an arrogant way that cuts off any further input to a conversation. "I'm right. You're wrong. Period."

Re: The phrase "period"

Originally Posted by Raymott

It means 'full stop' as in '.'
Generally, it's a way of saying that everything that needs to be said has been said.
It's often (usually?) used in an arrogant way that cuts off any further input to a conversation. "I'm right. You're wrong. Period."